Alex Pappademas
Senior culture editor and writer (noted in the episode as a GQ senior culture editor) and longtime critic who joins as the episode's featured guest to discuss music and last albums.
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May 31, 2023 • 1h 31min
“Loser”—Beck
Rob looks back at his journalism origin story while diving into the artistry of Beck and the absurdity of “Loser.” Later, Rob is joined by author Alex Pappademas, who may or may not have come prepared to recite both “Loser” and “The Humpty Dance” (55:00).Host: Rob HarvillaGuest: Alex PappademasProducers: Jonathan Kermah and Justin SaylesAdditional Production Support: Chloe Clark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 4, 2025 • 47min
D’Angelo and the Power of Last Albums
In this conversation, Alex Pappademas, a senior culture editor at GQ, joins to unpack the emotional weight of final albums, particularly D'Angelo's haunting "Black Messiah." They delve into the complexities of defining last albums, discussing intentional records made in the shadow of mortality versus those that became final by chance. Warren Zevon's "The Wind" and Aaliyah's posthumous works are explored, highlighting the poignant intersection of art and loss. Ultimately, they reflect on how these albums resonate and mark an artist's legacy.
